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River Hotel

2.0 star property

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Front of property
Standard Double Room, Ensuite
Property grounds
Buffet
Hallway

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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17 Botley Rd, Oxford, England, OX2 0AA
  • Place, Said Business School
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Oxford
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Oxford Castle
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Oxford (OXF)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

Family Room, Multiple Beds, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Double Room, Ensuite

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

7.8 out of 10
Good
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Ensuite, Annex Building

Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Basic Single Room, 1 Single Bed, Ensuite, Annex Building

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Ensuite, Annex Building

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room, Ensuite, Annex Building

Family Room, Ensuite, Annex Building

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Oxford

River Hotel puts you in the heart of Oxford, within just a 10-minute stroll of Said Business School and The King's Centre. Highlights at this Edwardian hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a library. Each morning English breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this Oxford City Centre hotel include Worcester College and Oxford Castle.

What's nearby

  • Said Business School - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Oxford - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Oxford Castle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • New Theatre Oxford - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Christ Church College - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Oxford Station - 4 min walk
  • Heathrow Airport (LHR) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Four Candles (Wetherspoon) - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Jericho Coffee Traders At The Castle - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Royal Oxford Hotel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Nando's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Lighthouse - ‬6 min walk

About this property

River Hotel

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. River Hotel also features a library, a garden, and concierge services. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Edwardian Oxford hotel is smoke free.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
River Hotel offers 20 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This Oxford hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered parking on site (GBP 10 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Uncovered extended parking on site (GBP 10 per night)
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Food and drink

  • Daily English breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • High chair

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a river

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Edwardian architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
All guests must show a valid passport, driving licence, or other official form of national identification.

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 4 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 10 per stay.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 per person
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: GBP 10 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Uncovered extended parking fee: GBP 10 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Parties and events are allowed on site. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number Company number 06579302

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • One child aged 4 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

River Hotel Oxford
River Hotel Hotel
River Hotel Oxford
River Hotel Hotel Oxford

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at River Hotel?

Yep, River Hotel has an uncovered self car park with in/out privileges for GBP 10 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Uncovered extended parking costs GBP 10 per night. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Does River Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, English brekkie is offered daily from 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at River Hotel?

No, River Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at River Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at River Hotel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at River Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

River Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 288 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 288 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 288 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 288 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 288 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and pleasant hotel. Staff very friendly and helpful. I have stayed a number of times now and would gladly book another stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Bathroom very old and small
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, no issues. Staff were very friendly. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Torben

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful nights stay at the River Hotel on a girls trip with a friend. Our twin room was clean, well kept and a great size with nice decor. We had a great little TV, ample power sockets, tea and coffee facilities and everything else we could possibly need. Nice spacious bathroom with shower gel, shampoo etc already supplied. Parking on site was great considering how difficult it is to find in central Oxford. The hotel was happy for us to keep our car parked there for the day after we checked out so could we could explore the city. Not something they had to do was greatly appreciated. Free breakfast was wonderful with a wide array of choices. The breakfast room is lovely with views looking over the Thames. I’ll definitely stay here again next time I’m visiting Oxford. The hotel was great, but the staff are what really make it. Thank you for treating us so wonderfully.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Size fine for single room, lovely choice of breakfast, comforting welcome hotel, would definitely stay again if I return to Oxford
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sansanee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jorge, Lavon

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Javier, Key Biscayne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A small old property with an excellent staff, a great breakfast area, clean rooms and very well located. Definitely, I will choose this properly next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Shu Fen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It’s definitely worth it to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect spot for a last minute stay in Oxford

Had an unexpected stay in Oxford.for a night and was able to book the River Hotel last minute. This was perfect for a night stay. Clean cozy room. We had to leave early the next morning missing the includes breakfast. The staff left us a togo breakfast in the self serve bar. Very kind and thoughful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria Rowena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and cozy. Nice breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

River Hotel ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I had a class at Saïd and it was a short walk to class every day. The staff are amazing! Very kind. The full English breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kenneth, Etters

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nicely kept "homey" place to stay. More like a B&B than hotel. Great fresh, made to order breakfast each morning .Really good staff (came back in after midnight to get suitcases airline had misdirected.) No a/c, but opening windows helped keep it cool at night. No elevator. Rooms on 2nd and 3rd floors. Road construction nearby means a little longer walk to downtown, but were told in advance.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sing Zern, Singapore

The Hotel
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness
Reasonably priced hotel 10 minutes walk from the town centre.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Jenny

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room very small and washroom equipment are not working well. No Air conditioning. Breakfast variety is very poor. Not match the price.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property right on the Thames with warm staff who are happy to assist with recommendations
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Chuanzi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shilpa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

almaz

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The syaff
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
a great find! Despite the roadworks this hotel was quiet and very conveniently located for the new theatre. We even managed two different circular walks along the canals and rivers in different directions from the hotel. Parking was included as well as a great breakfast. would definately stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Rehaan

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025